In brief
In defense of President Biden, aides have challenged claims made in the forthcoming book "Original Sin," which alleges that his inner circle concealed his physical decline during the 2024 election campaign. The book, authored by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, purports that aides even contemplated using a wheelchair for Biden, who is 82 years old. A spokesperson emphasized that while signs of aging exist, they do not equate to a decline in mental capacity. Biden ended his re-election campaign following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump, and party insiders have criticized his timing, suggesting it left Vice-President Kamala Harris with little opportunity to challenge for the presidency. Allegations of Biden forgetting prominent figures, including George Clooney, and the names of key aides have also surfaced in the book. However, Biden aides maintain that he has effectively carried out his presidential duties.
Biden Aides Defend President Amid Book's Allegations of DeteriorationNew book claims Biden's team covered up the president's health during his re-election bid, leading to strong pushback from aides.In defense of President Biden, aides have challenged claims made in the forthcoming book "Original Sin," which alleges that his inner circle concealed his physical decline during the 2024 election campaign. The book, authored by Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson, purports that aides even contemplated using a wheelchair for Biden, who is 82 years old. A spokesperson emphasized that while signs of aging exist, they do not equate to a decline in mental capacity. Biden ended his re-election campaign following a poor debate performance against Donald Trump, and party insiders have criticized his timing, suggesting it left Vice-President Kamala Harris with little opportunity to challenge for the presidency. Allegations of Biden forgetting prominent figures, including George Clooney, and the names of key aides have also surfaced in the book. However, Biden aides maintain that he has effectively carried out his presidential duties.
